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HIST 216 History of India

This course will cover the history of Indian civilization from prehistoric times up to the formation of the modern nation states of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The course will include a detailed study of the cultural, political, religious, and geographical characteristics of South Asia, and it will focus on major historical trends, such as early cultures and civilizations, spread of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam, early European contacts, impact of neo-imperialism, decolonization following World War II, and the current status of the various nation-states.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Eligible to enroll in ENGL 121

Hours Weekly

3 hours weekly